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If you do not have an ISP icon on your desktop or if you want to set up an Internet connection with a different ISP, perform the steps in the following section that corresponds to the operating system your computer is using.
NOTE: If you are having problems connecting to the Internet, see
NOTE: Have your ISP information ready. If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you get one.
Windows XP:
1Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.
2Click the Start button, then click Internet Explorer. The New Connection Wizard appears.
3Click Connect to the Internet.
4In the next window, click the appropriate option:
•If you do not have an ISP and want to select one, click Choose from a list of Internet service providers (ISPs).
•If you have already obtained setup information from your ISP but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually.
•If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP.
NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, contact your ISP.
5Click Next.
If you selected Set up my connection manually, continue to step 6. Otherwise, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup.
6Click the appropriate option under How do you want to connect to the Internet?, and then click Next.
7Use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup.
Windows Vista®:
1Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.
2Click Start and click Control Panel
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